Radio Days Africa is the premier gathering of radio leaders and influencers on the African continent. The conference aims to stimulate discussion, learning and debate amongst radio professionals and practitioners. Hosted by the WIts Radio Academy, RDA is a partner conference to Radio Days Europe and is the biggest radio conference in Africa.
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African Radio Hour VOW 16 July
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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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Moderator: James Cridland (Podnews, Australia) Contributors: Justin Keats (MediaHeads360 – Sales Director), Muhammad Cajee (Primedia - Chief Digital Officer), Simaloi Dajom (Media Strategist, Talent Trainer. Kenya Top 40 Under 40) Where does radio stand with artificial intelligence, automated voiceovers, programmatic sales and bookings, the booming…
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African Radio Hour VOW 15 July
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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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So, You Have a Voice for Radio (Master Class)
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Contributor: Chilu Lemba (Voice Over Artist, Zambia) With the growing use and exposure of audio on several platforms including radio, podcasts, audiobooks, television, learning platforms and a host more, the need for professional voices is growing daily. What are the skills required to become a voice artist or actor? In this Master Class, you will …
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Washa Redio (Swahili Exclusive Session)
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Moderator: Jeridah Andayi (Radio Citizen – Station Manager) Contributors: Ali Mwalimu (Radio Rahma – Deputy Chief News Editor), Frank Odomari (Tanzania), Akhol Amazima (Ugandan Broadcast Corporation - Swahili News Editor) It is estimated that there are more than fifty million Swahili speakers in Africa. With radio being a mass-market medium, the ro…
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African Radio Hour VOW 14 July
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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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Moderator: Elna Schütz (Freelance Journalist and Podmeet Founder) Contributor: Simmi Areff (Podcast Host – Lesser Known Somebodies) A fringe session dedicated to networking and connecting amongst the podcasting community. In this session we also speak to podcaster Simmi Areff who produces and presents, Lesser Known Somebodies…
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Moderator: Nelly Kalu (Media Trainer & Fact Checker, Nigeria) The Covid 19 pandemic has seen fake news spread faster than the virus in some instances and the rise of disinformation is fuelled in an over enthusiastic on-line world. In this session we look at the trends, practices, and solutions to ensuring credible news reaches audiences in trying t…
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Creating a Brand Story Using Audio – PT 2: Show & Tell
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Contributor: Lynn Joffe (Creatrix - CEO) Armed with the knowledge to be an audio brand ambassador, this Master Class engages with real-life examples from the first session as participants share examples that they have created based on the learning in the first session.De către Radio Days Africa
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African Radio Hour VOW 13 July
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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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African Radio Hour VOW 12 July
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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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Creating an Audio Brand Story – PT 1: Story Telling Master Class
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Contributor: Lynn Joffe (Creatrix - CEO) Brands connect with consumers by tapping into commonalities, situations, values, and emotions. The ability to do this with stories written for the ear creates a connection with an audience that is unrivalled. In this Master Class, you will learn to get to the heart of your brand story and build the first ste…
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Moderator: Claire Mawisa (Journalist) Contributors: Kelly Ramputswa (Yarona FM, Botswana – CEO), Nick Grubb (Kagiso Media Chief Executive: Radio), Geraint Crwys-Williams (Primedia Broadcasting – Chairman and Group Chief Business Officer) Engage with this panel of CEOs from radio groups across the continent and gain insight into their successes in t…
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Moderator: Nelly Kalu (Media Trainer & Fact Checker, Nigeria) Contributors: David Smith (Radio Andarasone Internationale), Bob Rugurika, (Radio Publique Africaine, Burundi), Fathi Osman (Radio Erena, Eritrea) Radio is a powerful tool as it is a trusted media source with audiences. It responds almost immediately in times of crisis and is often on th…
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Moderator: Claire Mawisa (Journalist) Contributors: Zane Derbyshire (East Coast Radio – Programme Manager), Gary Stroebel (Future Media Namibia - CEO), Paulo Dias (Ultimate Media – Head of Creative), Ravi Naidoo (Primedia – Chief Creative Officer) Often the barrier to entry is having a unique idea. In this session, we want to expand your pool of th…
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Music Scheduling in The Streaming Era
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Moderator: Neil Johnson (Media Trainer and Consultant) Contributors: Kenzy Mohapi (Jacaranda FM – Music Compiler), Sot Moldovanos (Deezer), Zanda Mthembu (Ukhozi FM – Music Compiler), Manqoba Khubeka (SAMRO – General Manager Licensing) Radio and music have always been synonymous with each other. It was a great love affair and a budding romance, but…
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Moderator: Neil Johnson (Media Trainer and Consultant) Contributors: MacGyver Mukwevho and Sol Phenduka (Podcast and Chill) Listeners, users, and consumers are valuable currency in the on-line audio world. How does one go about creating a podcast that attracts audiences and keeps them engaged? Launched in 2018, Podcast and Chill, has more than 200 …
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The Friday Fire Side (With A Twist)
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Moderator: David O’Sullivan (Presenter and Journalist) + John Pearlman (Presenter and Journalist) Contributor: Sakina Kamwendo (SABC News, Radio and TV – Broadcaster) + David O’Sullivan (Presenter and Journalist) What builds a successful career and how does one do it? Every broadcaster has had moments that have created radio magic, moved the audien…
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Moderator: Jonathan Lyamgohn (Sound City TV & Radio, Nigeria) Contributors: Eshetu Belay Welle (Ahadu Radio, Ethiopia – CEO), Jacob Ntshangase (Wits Radio Academy – Head), Meck Phiri (BBC Media Action Zambia - Coordinating Mentor: Capacity Development) Radio remains a key communication platform across the African continent and Wits Journalism is la…
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Moderator: Neil Johnson (Media Trainer and Consultant) Contributors: Grant Nash ((Primedia Broadcasting - Head of Creative Solutions and Boston Media House – Radio Knowledge Manager), Alan Finlay (Wits University – Lecturer in Journalism & Media Studies), Mzoxolo Jojwana (702 - Programming Manager) Budget cuts have seen many senior staffers make wa…
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Moderator: Claire Mawisa (Journalist) Contributors: Joanne Joseph (Media Personality), Motshidi Mohono (SuperSport – Presenter), Nongcebo McKenzie (Ukhozi FM – Presenter), Rorisang Setlogelo (Roth Media – CEO) The media world is a continually changing space with increased competition between brands for microphone and screen time. Talent needs to re…
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The SABC Post S189 (apologies for audio quality)
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Moderator: Franz Krüger Franz Krüger (Wits University – Head of Journalism) Contributors: Nada Wotshela (SABC – Group Executive Radio) The South African Broadcasting Corporation underwent a major organisational restructuring in 2020/2021. To streamline their staffing structure and to be more agile and cost-effective they retrenched 621 staffers and…
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Ask the Programme Manager
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Tim Zunckel (Tuned Media – Training, Creative and Management) Contributors: Masixole Mdingane (Umhlobo Wenene FM – Programme Manager), Naveen Singh (Smile FM – Programme Manager), Lynda Oriaso (Radio Maisha – Programme Controller) The final product that the audience hears through the speaker is the responsibility of the Programme Manager. From cont…
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The Opening Panel #RDA2021
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#RDA21 Welcome: Join Ms. Nadia Bulbulia (Executive Director of the National Association of Broadcasters) at the opening of the 12th edition of Radio Days Africa. Opening Panel - Audio Amplified: With the rapidly changing face of media platforms, audio creation and consumption are enjoying renewed attention. From stand-alone audio platforms, podcast…
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The RDA Fringe - The Campus Radio Session
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The South African radio landscape boasts nineteen campus radio stations based at tertiary learning institutions. Campus based radio has a rich history in the local media landscape being the voice of the youth by the youth, acting as a training ground and ultimately creating tangible employment opportunities for those involved. Despite the value tha…
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Radio Broadcasts Adapting To Podcast – Is That An Option?
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Radio broadcasters and podcasters share their opinion on whether radio broadcasting should adapt to podcasting. Additionally, Gareth Cliff imparts knowledge on both mediums. Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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Creator of The Podcast Academy, Brad Brown, shares tips on how to leverage podcasting. Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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How To Best Tell African Stories Using Podcasts
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Melissa Mbugua, Co-Director of Africa Podfest and host of Pros and Possibilities podcast, joins us. Mellissa sheds light on how to best tell African stories, through podcasts. Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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In this episode, we count down the biggest podcasts on our continent. We then speak to Avhurengwi Nengovhela, podcast creator of 1000 African voices, to find out how to create successful and relevant podcasts Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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The first episode unearths the state of podcasting in Africa. We investigate The Genesis of this medium and what podcasting means for Africans. Radio Days AfricaDe către Radio Days Africa
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Improvise and Innovate – Radio Post 2020 #RDA2020
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Who is innovating? What does radio mean post Covid-19? Are we adapting quickly enough? Can we compete with the next Tik Tok, and do we have to? The final session of Radio Days Africa 2020 is a canvas of ideas and a platform to speak about the future of our medium. radiodaysafrica.co.zaDe către Radio Days Africa
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Snakes and Ladders, the State of Community Radio in South Africa #RDA2020
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As a vital contributor to the media landscape in South Africa, community radio is often regarded as the underdog. Is the sector undervalued and underrated and why are community radio stations perceived as the poor cousin of the industry? This panel discussion will look at the sector from different perspectives and inputs. radiodaysafrica.co.za…
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Hello, Is There Anyone Out There? #RDA2020
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The world-wide Covid-19 pandemic has had a dramatic effect on media consumption in 2020. What has happened to radio listenership in South Africa and globally and how do audiences perceive their radio brands? radiodaysafrica.co.zaDe către Radio Days Africa
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What do Newsroom in Africa look like currently and what are their challenges? This panel discussion will examine the state of newsrooms, journalists on the ground and the quality of coverage especially in the radio environment. As a continent of extended geography and a variety of socio-political and economic challenges radio news is often the most…
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Ask the Programme Manager (II) #RDA2020
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An open forum dealing with building a career, re-inventing your show and ensuring you remain current and skilled. radiodaysafrica.co.zaDe către Radio Days Africa
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Creative, Outspoken and Upwardly mobile radio practitioners will ensure the future of the industry. This panel discussion speaks to young practitioners who are and have been crafting their skills and making a mark in the South African radio industry. radiodaysafrica.co.zaDe către Radio Days Africa
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The SABC - Project Turnaround #RDA2020
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With more than 60% of South African radio audiences, the SABC holds a lion share of the market. Having gone through a tough five years, several senior managers and board members, the organisation is slowly turning the tide on mismanagement and political interference. In this session we get an update from the office of the SABC COO. radiodaysafrica.…
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Drop the Treble, Pump Up the Base #RDA2020
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Production is the glue that keeps the audio on a station together. In this session, two expert Producers will share their” treatment” of imaging, voice, and elements. They will also share insights and creative inputs into the imaging process. What will the final product sound like, tune into this session radiodaysafrica.co.za…
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“Hello Africa! Tell Me How You’re Doing?” #RDA2020
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In this session various radio landscapes and territories in Africa will be showcased. Trends, markets and the power of the medium and the role it plays will be discussed. radiodaysafrica.co.zaDe către Radio Days Africa
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BBC News Sessions #RDA2020
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Covid-19 is a once in a career event and pandemic. From the hard facts, the humanitarian crisis, economic impact and social discourse, a broadcaster needs to be connected to the crisis. How did the BBC deal with the initial onset of the Corona Virus and how is the BBC’s news team currently handling the gathering, reporting and archiving of their co…
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Old Guard Meets the New Guard #RDA2020
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Inducted into the SA Radio Awards Hall of Fame in 2020 these legends and stalwarts on South Africa radio will be interviewed by the next generation of media professionals. radiodaysafrica.co.zaDe către Radio Days Africa
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The Fast and Furious isn’t just the title of a movie, it is also a representation of the way news and information moves in the digital age. When does a Newsroom pull the plug on a story or push through? What are the trends in Africa when it comes to alternative facts and the manipulation of news? This session goes to the heart of fact checking on t…
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On-Line & On-Demand, Podcasts for Africa! #RDA2020
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There can be no doubt that digital, data and downloads have a place in audio entertainment. As a continent of story tellers, Africa is well positioned to harness the power of podcasting. What is the status quo, where are the opportunities, who are winning in this space? radiodaysafrica.co.zaDe către Radio Days Africa
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Rules, Regulations or Red Tape #RDA2020
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A well-regulated and defined sector allows for healthy competition, community service, value for advertisers and variety for audiences. Are the South African airwaves a level playing field and are the three sectors in the radio space enjoying enough support in terms of assistance and effective administration to serve the citizens of South Africa? r…
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Top Promotions from Across the Globe #RDA2020
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Multi-platform promotions with a strong on-air element are essential tools for radio stations to remain relevant in an entertainment economy. Back by popular demand, Niall Power (Beat 102 - 103 Presenter and Producer) shares ten well-planned and executed promotions that created energy, excitement and great on-air talkability. radiodaysafrica.co.za…
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Changing landscapes, consumers, budgets, and delivery platforms continue to put traditional radio under pressure. The need to captivate audiences has moved radio stations and brands to challenge traditional airtime norms, to break through the clutter. The Creative Council will share examples of local campaigns and insight into redefining the creati…
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Ask the Programme Manager #RDA2020
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An open forum for young professionals looking to break into the industry to ask questions and seek advise from three top programme managers. radiodaysafrica.co.zaDe către Radio Days Africa
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Local Voices - Community Radio In Africa #RDA2020
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Africa is a continent that thrives with hubs of local communities that inform and support each other. The flow of information and news is key to ensuring these communities form part of the global community. The “Local Voices – Community Radio in Africa” session will look at insight from the Wits Radio Academy in South Africa as well as examples fro…
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With the worldwide onset of Covid-19 a group of radio practitioners began to connect on Facebook to share ideas and programming tips around the pandemic. With close to 3000 members, the “Corona Virus Radio Ideas” group, is a powerful platform for sharing and creating around a common theme. Join this session to hear success stories from the creators…
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The Opening Panel #RDA2020
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Opening Panel: Has 2020 proved that radio is as tenacious and robust as the industry has touted in recent years? Is the South African landscape equally positioned and are communities being adequately served across the continent? The opening panel of Radio Days Africa will share thoughts and ideas about radio in the “new normal” and if the medium is…
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